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CNX → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Chiang Mai International Airport (Chiang Mai) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the winding Mekong River and a superior perspective of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and Lantau Island during the descent.
Mekong River
The massive, winding brown artery marking the border between Thailand and Laos.
Gulf of Tonkin
Wide ocean vistas as the aircraft transitions from the Vietnamese coast toward the South China Sea.
HZMB Bridge
An incredible view of the 55km Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge stretching across the estuary.
Lantau Island
Views of the Big Buddha statue and the green mountainous peaks of Hong Kong's largest island.
Victoria Harbour
If landing toward the east, you'll see the world-famous Hong Kong skyline and dense skyscrapers.
The right side is the clear winner for the arrival phase. To avoid glare during morning flights, choose this side. Watch for the 'Big Buddha' on Lantau Island about 10 minutes before landing. If the airport is operating on Runway 07, you will have a front-row seat to the bridge and city skyline.
Northern Thai Highlands
Aerial views of the rugged forest terrain and valleys surrounding Chiang Mai shortly after takeoff.
Laotian Karsts
Dramatic limestone formations and dense jungle landscapes over northern Laos.
Shenzhen Skyline
Glimpse the massive cluster of skyscrapers and rapid urbanization of the Pearl River Delta.
Nansha Port
Observation of one of the world's largest container terminals as you approach the coast.
Sit on the left if you want to see the industrial might of the Pearl River Delta. Afternoon flights on this side avoid direct sunlight, providing clearer conditions for photography of the mainland Chinese coastline.
Distance: 1,605 km (997 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: CNX (18.7667999268, 98.962600708)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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